2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rendezvous | CTS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |