2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 901 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda Etude. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Etude 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 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Etude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
