2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (298 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Rendezvous | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 59 L |
