2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
