2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Celica 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 5 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 739 kg more than 2001 Toyota Celica. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Celica. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Rendezvous | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |