2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2011 Holden Cruze is newer by 11 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) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Holden Cruze. (139 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2011 Holden Cruze.
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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Cruze. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Cruze. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2011 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2011 Holden Cruze 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 | 2011 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1477 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
