2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 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 92 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 516 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. 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 1999 Rover 75. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rendezvous | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
