2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2009 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2009 Honda S2000 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 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
