2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor 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 132 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Condor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
