2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Opel Omega 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 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 98 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Omega |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2740 mm |
