2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Volkswagen Magellan
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Magellan would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (275 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 471 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Magellan. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Magellan (310 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Magellan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Volkswagen Magellan | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Magellan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
