2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 693 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2000 Proton Perdana 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 | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Rendezvous | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
