2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa 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 113 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 251 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Previa 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
