2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Opirus. 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Rendezvous | Opirus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |