2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 892 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Fusion |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |