2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 109 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Rendezvous | Stilo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |