2009 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 BMW X5 (521 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2003 Buick Rendezvous | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | X5 | Rendezvous |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 521 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |