2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 562 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1404 mm |