2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 431 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rendezvous | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 476 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 89 L |
