2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Lexus IS 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 2005 Lexus IS. 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, 2005 Lexus IS (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Rendezvous | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |