2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Azera 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 292 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 Hyundai Azera (307 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Rendezvous | Azera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 307 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1646 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |