2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS 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 32 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 429 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lexus IS 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 1999 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Lexus IS | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Rendezvous | IS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |