2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. Both 2003 Buick Rendezvous and 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport are equipped with a 3,350 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2000 Chevrolet Trans Sport | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3050 mm |