2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick LaCrosse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick LaCrosse would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 770 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick LaCrosse. 2004 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LaCrosse | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2980 mm |
