2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 858 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (315 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
