2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 419 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Sentra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |