2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 229 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Mondeo | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |