2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Jeep Patriot
To start off, both 2007 Buick Rendezvous and 2007 Jeep Patriot were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Patriot.
Because 2007 Jeep Patriot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Patriot will offer significantly more control. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Patriot. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Patriot. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2007 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rendezvous | Patriot |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |