2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 104 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 288 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Rendezvous 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Rendezvous Chairman H
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 245 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 213 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1866 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2910 mm


 

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