2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2006 Jeep Commander 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Commander (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Jeep Commander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Commander (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Rendezvous | Commander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2270 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |