2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 119 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
Because 2006 Aston Martin DB9 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 2006 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Buick | Aston Martin |
Model | Rendezvous | DB9 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |