2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1999 Ford Tracer
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 Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer 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) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 717 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Tracer 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 Tracer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Park Avenue | Tracer |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |