2005 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 387 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 285 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2002 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1839 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
