2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 154 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |