2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 121 kg more than 2003 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2003 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |