2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Toyota Conquest
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Conquest would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (174 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 723 kg more than 1996 Toyota Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Conquest. (135 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1996 Toyota Conquest | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | Conquest |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1973 cc |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1116 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
