2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger 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 57 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Ranger |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 203 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |