2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 577 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rendezvous | Primera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 164 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1938 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |