2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 714 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 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Rendezvous | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 2572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
