2004 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 65 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 614 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rendezvous | Lancer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |