2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, both 2005 Buick Rendezvous and 2005 ZAZ Wagon 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 195 more horse power than 2005 ZAZ Wagon. (50 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 ZAZ Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2005 ZAZ Wagon. 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. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 ZAZ Wagon has manual transmission. 2005 ZAZ Wagon 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.
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2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 ZAZ Wagon | |
Make | Buick | ZAZ |
Model | Rendezvous | Wagon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1091 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2330 mm |