2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2007 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2003 TVR Griffith 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 2003 TVR Griffith. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2003 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rendezvous. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Griffith has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Griffith will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Buick | TVR |
| Model | Rendezvous | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
