2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1996 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 158 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1996 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Rendezvous | Riviera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |