2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 346 kg more than 2007 Ford GT 500.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford GT 500 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford GT 500 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
