2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (347 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 489 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (520 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rendezvous | Commander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 520 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |