2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2011 Ford E-150 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 2011 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |
