2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 2000 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. 2000 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | F-250 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 3798 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
