2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 9 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 117 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 441 kg more than 2011 Opel Astra. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Opel Astra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Astra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2620 mm |