2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2711 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |