2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 Renault Espace
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,499 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Espace (804 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 609 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Espace. 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, 1995 Renault Espace (705 Nm) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1995 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Rendezvous | Espace |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 804 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
