2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2000 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Nitro | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |