2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 647 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |