2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2002 Buick Rendezvous and 2002 Hyundai Elantra 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 103 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 644 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Elantra 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 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Rendezvous | Elantra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |