2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rendezvous | Yukon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4807 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |