2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Dodge Dakota.
Because 2004 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
