2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira 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 131 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 446 kg more than 1999 Opel Zafira. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
