2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada. 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rendezvous | Verada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 317 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |