2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 626 kg more than 1998 Honda S2000.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 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 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | S2000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |