2003 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 199 kg more than 2000 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Explorer. (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Explorer. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Explorer | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
