2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Malibu 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 561 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1997 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Malibu |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |