2000 Ford e-Ka vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford e-Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford e-Ka would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford e-Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 683 kg more than 2000 Ford e-Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Buick Park Avenue is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford e-Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford e-Ka. (190 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford e-Ka.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford e-Ka 2008 Buick Park Avenue
Make Ford Buick
Model e-Ka Park Avenue
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1758 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 251 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 340 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 1891 kg
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3009 mm


 

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