2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1994 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 14 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 431 kg more than 1994 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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 2008 Ford Explorer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Explorer | 1994 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Explorer | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4013 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |