2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (158 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 659 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (189 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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.
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2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rendezvous | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 189 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
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 | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |