2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 547 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (292 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 175 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |