2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |