2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 171 kg more than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Sorento |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |