2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Sonata (197 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 404 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Rendezvous | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2795 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
