2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Caterham 21
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 21 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 21 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2000 Caterham 21 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Rendezvous | 21 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
