2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |