2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 122 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Rendezvous | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |
