2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 269 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 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Equus. 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, 2013 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Rendezvous | Equus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
