2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2003 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Primera. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 2003 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Park Avenue | Primera |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |