2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Dodge Stratus
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Stratus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Stratus would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Stratus (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Stratus 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Stratus. (258 Nm). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Dodge Stratus | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Stratus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
