2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2004 Buick Rendezvous and 2004 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 872 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rendezvous | Sierra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |