2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2002 Buick Rendezvous and 2002 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 155 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 949 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Daihatsu YRV has manual transmission. 2002 Daihatsu YRV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
Make | Buick | Daihatsu |
Model | Rendezvous | YRV |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2380 mm |