2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 7 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 174 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 839 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Rendezvous | i10 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2390 mm |