2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 67 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
