2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 871 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2013 Ford E-Series 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 2013 Ford E-Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue, 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, both vehicles can yield 387 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Park Avenue | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 150 L |
