2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2001 SsangYong Rexton (307 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2001 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Rendezvous | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.1 L/100km |
