2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2004 Maserati Spyder 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 Maserati Spyder. 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 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Rendezvous | Spyder |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |