2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1953 Renault Juva
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Renault Juva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Renault Juva would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1953 Renault Juva. (20 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1953 Renault Juva.
Because 1953 Renault Juva is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Renault Juva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Renault Juva. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Renault Juva. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1953 Renault Juva has manual transmission. 1953 Renault Juva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1953 Renault Juva | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | Juva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
