2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 9-X has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 9-X 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 | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Rendezvous | 9-X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |