2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Ford Tonka
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Tonka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Tonka would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Ford Tonka. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Tonka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 518 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka. 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Ford Tonka | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Tonka |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 814 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2370 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4200 mm |