2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 568 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |