2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 559 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.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | F-150 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |