2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 499 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
