2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. 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 45 more horse power than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 361 kg more than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
