2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
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, 2008 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | F-350 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2820 mm |