2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 600 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rendezvous | X5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |