2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2007 GMC Envoy 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 GMC Envoy. 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 GMC Envoy (377 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rendezvous | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
