2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 229 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 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 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Rendezvous | 5 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |