2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 123 kg more than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rendezvous | Liberty |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |