2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 106 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Rendezvous | 525 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
