2002 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 508 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Focus | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |