2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 316 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Malibu |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |