2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. 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 87 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Quantum has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Buick Rendezvous | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
