2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 7 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 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:
| 2011 Nissan NP300 | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | NP300 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
