2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2000 Honda FCX
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda FCX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda FCX 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 73 more horse power than 2000 Honda FCX. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda FCX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2000 Honda FCX. 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) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda FCX. (273 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda FCX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2000 Honda FCX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Rendezvous | FCX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
