2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 378 kg more than 2008 Volvo V70.
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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V70. (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rendezvous | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |