2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, both 2005 Ariel Atom and 2005 Buick Rendezvous were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1406 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2005 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Ariel | Buick |
| Model | Atom | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
