2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
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, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rendezvous | Grand Caravan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |