2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 725 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | Versa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
