2007 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, both 2007 BMW 118 and 2007 Buick Rendezvous were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118.
Because 2007 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 118 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 118 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 118 | 2007 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 118 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |