2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2007 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
