2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2011 Nissan Rogue is newer by 8 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Rogue. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Rogue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1659 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |