2007 Peugeot Partner vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Partner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Partner. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot Partner | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Peugeot | Buick |
| Model | Partner | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
