2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 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 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 330 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 63 L | 68 L |
