2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX 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 56 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 528 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | S-MX |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |