2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2012 Smart ForTwo 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 (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Smart ForTwo. 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 (315 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Smart ForTwo. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Rendezvous | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
