2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 7 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 289 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Xterra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |