2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Omega 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 43 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 87 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2000 Opel Omega | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Omega |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |