2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 322 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 1989 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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.
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2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Rendezvous | Mondial |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 86 L |