2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (385 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rendezvous | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
