2009 BMW X6 vs. 2007 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Park Avenue (251 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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, 2009 BMW X6 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Park Avenue. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X6 | 2007 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X6 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1891 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5175 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1899 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3009 mm |