2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Fiesta | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
