2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rendezvous | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2940 mm |
