2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 7 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Orlando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |