2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Grand Scenic would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rendezvous | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |