2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 850 kg more than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rendezvous | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5621 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4080 mm |