1998 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 54 kg more than 1998 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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, 1998 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 1998 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Park Avenue | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Park Avenue | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |