2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 124 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |