2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 7 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, both vehicles can yield 185 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Kizashi has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Rendezvous | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
