2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, 2003 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Rendezvous 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 92 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 319 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Sebring. (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Rendezvous 2003 Chrysler Sebring
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Rendezvous Sebring
Year Released 2002 2003
Body Type Crossover Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 2429 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 227 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 91.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 101 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 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2700 mm


 

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