2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 398 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 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Transporter |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |