2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 6 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 107 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Buick Lucerne | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rendezvous | Lucerne |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2940 mm |