1998 Nissan Skyline vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Skyline. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Skyline | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Skyline | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2569 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |