2005 Bentley Arnage vs. 2000 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Bentley Arnage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 756 kg more than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Bentley Arnage 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 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Arnage | 2000 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | Bentley | Buick |
Model | Arnage | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6748 cc | 3348 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |