2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 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 136 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 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 | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rendezvous | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
