2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 253 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rendezvous | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
