2005 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2007 Buick Park Avenue 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 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V, 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 Buick Park Avenue (265 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz V. 2007 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | V | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3009 mm |
