2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Rendezvous | X-Type |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |