2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Capa would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 786 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Honda Capa | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Capa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 136 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |