2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Freestar |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 330 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1443 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 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 | 98 L |