2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 10 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 10 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 379 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |