2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (134 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 332 kg more than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |