2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Lada 119
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 119. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 119 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 169 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 816 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Lada 119 has manual transmission. 2002 Lada 119 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 | 2002 Lada 119 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Rendezvous | 119 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
