2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Gol 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 146 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1995 Volkswagen Gol has manual transmission. 1995 Volkswagen Gol 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 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Rendezvous | Gol |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |