2004 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. (241 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Pathfinder | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Pathfinder | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1952 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3009 mm |