2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra 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 65 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Opel Vectra. 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 Opel Vectra. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |