2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 484 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |