2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 Volvo C70.
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, 2012 Volvo C70 (350 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
