2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Optima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2004 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |