2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 486 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 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 (285 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford C-MAX has manual transmission. 2004 Ford C-MAX 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 2004 Ford C-MAX
Make Buick Ford
Model Rendezvous C-MAX
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Crossover Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 160 Nm
Engine Bore Size 91 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2650 mm


 

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