2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari California. 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, 2011 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California 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.
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2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rendezvous | California |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |