2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord 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 40 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 999 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Accord |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2670 mm |