2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo XC90 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 37 more horse power than 2004 Volvo XC90. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2004 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rendezvous | XC90 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |