2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 228 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. 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 2013 Ford Escape. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Escape |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |