2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape. 2004 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Escape |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
