2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (360 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
