2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC Smart 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 101 more horse power than 2003 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MCC Smart 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 MCC Smart. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC Smart. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 MCC Smart has manual transmission. 2003 MCC Smart 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 | 2003 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Buick | MCC |
| Model | Rendezvous | Smart |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
