2007 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2008 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Buick Park Avenue (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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.
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2007 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | X-Trail | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3009 mm |