2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |