2001 Acura Integra vs. 2003 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (176 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2001 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2001 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2003 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
