2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rendezvous and 2004 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 343 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Maverick 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 | 2004 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Maverick |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |