2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 1007. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 1007 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 131 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 1007. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 1007. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 1007 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 1007 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 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Rendezvous | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
