1999 Ford O21 C vs. 2001 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2001 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford O21 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford O21 C would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 442 kg more than 1999 Ford O21 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 2001 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | O21 C | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
