2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Because 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Lexus RX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Rendezvous | RX |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |