2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
