2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 5 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (230 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 51 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, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 | 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |
