2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 211 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK8. 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 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rendezvous | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
