2006 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Buick Rendezvous
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rendezvous (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2004 Buick Rendezvous | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 530 | Rendezvous |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3343 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
