2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 869 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |