2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 9 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2000 Buick Rendezvous 2009 Chevrolet Equinox
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Rendezvous Equinox
Year Released 2000 2009
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3348 cc 3425 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 185 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.7:1
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 1549 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L