2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 261 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Maverick |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |