2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Ford Puma
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Puma. 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Puma 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 | 1999 Ford Puma | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Puma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| 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 | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
