2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Holden Barina
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Barina 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 800 kg more than 2004 Holden Barina. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Barina. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Holden Barina | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rendezvous | Barina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |