2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 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 173 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 307 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 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Rendezvous | 307 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |