2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2005 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Rendezvous | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 2107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |
