2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 187 kg more than 1995 Lexus SC.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Lexus SC (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1995 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rendezvous | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
