2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (180 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan 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 Dodge Caravan 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
