2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime 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 23 more horse power than 2002 Renault Avantime. (162 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 179 kg more than 2002 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Avantime. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Avantime. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Avantime has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Avantime 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 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
