2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Rendezvous Camaro
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Crossover Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 426 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 569 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 1751 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 72 L


 

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