2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2008 Dodge Viper 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2008 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (711 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
