2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2003 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota MR2 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Toyota MR2.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota MR2. 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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota MR2. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota MR2 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 | 2002 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Rendezvous | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 170 Nm |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
