2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Viano (330 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
