2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. 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 (285 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (248 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 248 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |