2004 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2002 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2004 Avanti Studebaker is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 6,750 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 936 kg more than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2004 Avanti Studebaker (425 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Avanti Studebaker | 2002 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Studebaker | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2775 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2740 mm |
