2006 Ford Territory vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 406 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Territory | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Territory | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3791 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2820 mm |