2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 127 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 651 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Golf |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |