2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 573 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rendezvous 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Rendezvous Lancer
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3343 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 226 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1938 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4572 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1491 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 59 L


 

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