2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 429 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 G (456 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 96 L |
