2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (250 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
