2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Zafira 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 97 more horse power than 2001 Opel Zafira. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Zafira.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Zafira. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Zafira. (220 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Zafira. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Zafira has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Zafira 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 | 2001 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Rendezvous | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
