2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna.
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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Rendezvous | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |