2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum is newer by 2 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2007 Dodge Magnum 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rendezvous | Magnum |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |