2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (401 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
