2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Juara 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 853 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Juara has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Juara 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 Proton Juara | |
Make | Buick | Proton |
Model | Rendezvous | Juara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |