2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger 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 | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Ranger |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |