2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 590 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Rendezvous | FR-S |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |