2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Because 2002 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Econovan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
