2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2000 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 106. (101 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1019 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 106 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Rendezvous | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | 106 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
