2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 106 kg more than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Because 1997 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1997 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Rendezvous | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |
