2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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 35 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 92 kg more than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
