2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan HyperMini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan HyperMini would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 581 kg more than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Because 2001 Nissan HyperMini 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 2001 Nissan HyperMini. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
