2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder (256 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 183 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 2013 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (325 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
