2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rendezvous | Acadia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |