2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus 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 167 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |