2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rendezvous | AZ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |