2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 770 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4. 1999 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Morgan | Buick |
| Model | 4 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
