2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Astro 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 2005 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Astro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |