2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Caterham C21
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 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 70 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. 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 2000 Caterham C21. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 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 | 2000 Caterham C21 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Rendezvous | C21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
