2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 448 kg more than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan X-Trail. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 192 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |