2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Kia Towner
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Towner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Towner 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 202 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 696 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Rendezvous | Towner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 1820 mm |
