2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 672 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Park Avenue | 1999 Ford Puma | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Puma |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |