2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1996 Fiat Coupe (302 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
