2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (222 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |