2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 125 more horse power than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart ForTwo. (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart ForTwo. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2003 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2003 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Rendezvous | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 33 L |
