2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Ford Maverick

To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Rendezvous 2005 Ford Maverick
Make Buick Ford
Model Rendezvous Maverick
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2699 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 160 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1515 kg
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2490 mm


 

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