2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2004 Jaguar S-Type is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar S-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Rendezvous | S-Type |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |