2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 62 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.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rendezvous | 6 series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 649 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |