2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Cerato. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Cerato 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 | 2008 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cerato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
