2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (251 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Park Avenue. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Porsche | Buick |
| Model | 911 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3009 mm |
