2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
Make | Buick | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Rendezvous | Silver Seraph |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 94 L |