Buick Rendezvous vs Ford Explorer Sport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2003 Ford Explorer Sport
Overview
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Ford Explorer SportXLS |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CX | XLS |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2003 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Ford Explorer SportXLS |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $25,190 | $21,870 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Ford Explorer SportXLS |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal (best) | 16.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Ford Explorer SportXLS |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 196 hp | 203 hp (best) |
| Torque | 215 lb-ft | 237 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Ford Explorer SportXLS |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 4 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 108.9 cu ft (best) | 71 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs | 5,140 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 600 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,096 lbs | 3,769 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7 in (best) | 6.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in (best) | 101.8 in |
| Length | 186.5 in (best) | 180.4 in |
| Width | 73.6 in (best) | 70.2 in |
| Height | 68.9 in (best) | 68.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick RendezvousCX | Ford Explorer SportXLS |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | — | 2 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Rendezvous | Ford Explorer Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CX $25,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) | XLS $21,870 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | CXL $28,765 MSRP | XLS $22,545 MSRP |
| 3 | — | XLS $24,890 MSRP |
| 4 | — | XLS $25,565 MSRP |
| 5 | — | XLT $23,835 MSRP |
| 6 | — | XLT $26,915 MSRP |
| 7 | — | XLT Premium $25,595 MSRP |
| 8 | — | XLT Premium $28,760 MSRP |