2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Peugeot Sesame
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot Sesame. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot Sesame 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 (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot Sesame.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot Sesame. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot Sesame has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot Sesame 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 Peugeot Sesame | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | Sesame |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
