2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Rendezvous | Silverado |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 454 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |