2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (721 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Rendezvous | Phantom |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 721 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 2485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 24.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |