2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Impala 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, 2005 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Impala |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |