2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Ford F-350

To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 900 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.

Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 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 2009 Ford F-350
Make Buick Ford
Model Rendezvous F-350
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 301 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 495 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 5890 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 2050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 115 L


 

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