2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar X-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar X-Type would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Jaguar X-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar X-Type. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar X-Type 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 | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rendezvous | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
