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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 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 400 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 (385 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
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 | 3343 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 385 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 89 L |