2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Lupo has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rendezvous | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
