2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
