2005 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320.
Because 2005 BMW 320 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 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 320 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |