2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 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 79 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 133 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. 2002 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Rexton has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rendezvous | Rexton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |