2000 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 13 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Transporter.
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 Volkswagen Transporter (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Rendezvous. 2000 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Transporter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |