2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2002 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Almera. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 492 kg more than 2002 Nissan Almera. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Almera. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Almera. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 2002 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Park Avenue | Almera |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |