2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Vivio 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 152 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Vivio.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Subaru Vivio. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Vivio. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Vivio 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 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Rendezvous | Vivio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |