2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2012 Holden Caprice is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Holden Caprice. 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, 2012 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2012 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Rendezvous | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
