2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 718 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1997 Xedos 6 has manual transmission. 1997 Xedos 6 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 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Xedos |
| Model | Rendezvous | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
