2004 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 428 kg more than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Park Avenue. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | ML | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
