2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 10 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 191 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Rendezvous | A5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
