2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rendezvous | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
