2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1993 Renault Clio. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 845 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Clio. (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
