2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice.
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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Joice has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Joice 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 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Joice |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |