2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 411 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (315 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rendezvous | Magna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
