2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 6 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Audi A5. 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 2011 Audi A5. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Rendezvous | A5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |