2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Explorer | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |