2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman. 2003 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
