2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Niva 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 648 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2005 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva | |
Make | Buick | Lada |
Model | Rendezvous | Niva |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |