2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 87 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (158 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 251 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rendezvous | Outlander |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |