2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2010 Kia Rondo is newer by 6 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, 2010 Kia Rondo (198 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 573 kg more than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Rondo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.2 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 | 60 L |