2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | C |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |