2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 372 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.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 GMC Sierra. 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Rendezvous | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
