2001 Bristol Blenheim 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 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2003 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Bristol | Buick |
| Model | Blenheim | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
