2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi SST. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi SST would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 588 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rendezvous | SST |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 296 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |