2003 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 606 kg more than 2003 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 318 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 2003 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 318. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
