2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 31 kg more than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti G 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 2013 Infiniti G. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2013 Infiniti G (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2013 Infiniti G has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti G 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:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Park Avenue | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
