2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 201 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Eos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
