2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC70.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo XC70. 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Rendezvous | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1808 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2814 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |