2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V 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 141 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 686 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V 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 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
