2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Tiburon 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 15 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon 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 | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Rendezvous | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
