2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | S-10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |