2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 57 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rendezvous | Korando |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |