2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 869 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | E-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |