2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Vivace 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 131 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Vivace. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Vivace 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 | 1995 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | Vivace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
