2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 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 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 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, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Rendezvous | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |