2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 292 kg more than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai ix35 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.
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2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Rendezvous | ix35 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17:01 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |