2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Rendezvous | Rexton |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 402 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |