2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 3 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 (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (315 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet HHR. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet HHR has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet HHR 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 | 2008 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | HHR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
