2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 12 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 47 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (138 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Cruze |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
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 | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |