2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Relay. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Relay.
Because 2005 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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 Saturn Relay (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Rendezvous | Relay |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3050 mm |