2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rendezvous and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Rendezvous | 9000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2290 cc |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |