2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Holden Cruze
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 Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze 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 173 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 881 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2004 Holden Cruze 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Holden Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Rendezvous | Cruze |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 138 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |