2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2005 Ford Econoline 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 486 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Ford Econoline 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 Ford Econoline. 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 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3510 mm |
