2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2006 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2005 Scion xA | |
Make | Buick | Scion |
Model | Rendezvous | xA |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |