2007 Nissan Versa vs. 2010 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2010 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa 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 129 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Because 2010 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 2010 Buick Park Avenue. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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, 2010 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa. 2010 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Versa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Versa | 2010 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Versa | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3009 mm |