2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |