2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Urban Explorer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 87 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Urban 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Park Avenue | 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Urban Explorer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 380 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |