2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rendezvous | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |