2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 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 78 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75.
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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 75 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 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Rendezvous | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
