2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rendezvous | Trafic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |