2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2011 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 335 kg more than 2011 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2011 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Buick |
| Model | R | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5175 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 3009 mm |
