2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 5 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2009 Chevrolet Captiva
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Rendezvous Captiva
Year Released 2004 2009
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3343 cc 2405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1845 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 65 L


 

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