2003 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Chevrolet Impala

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.

Because 2003 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Rendezvous.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Buick Rendezvous 2006 Chevrolet Impala
Make Buick Chevrolet
Model Rendezvous Impala
Year Released 2003 2006
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 3884 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 185 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2810 mm


 

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