2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 11 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 52 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 200 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Sorento |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2700 mm |