2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rendezvous | Liberty |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |