2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chrysler Cirrus 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus. (230 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Cirrus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 1999 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Rendezvous | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
