2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi S4 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.
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2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S4 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |