2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escort. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 699 kg more than 2005 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escort. (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escort. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Escort |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
