2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac XLR (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2005 Cadillac XLR 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 2005 Cadillac XLR. 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, 2005 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Rendezvous | XLR |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2690 mm |