2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2006 Buick Rendezvous and 2006 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 328 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Because 2006 Chrysler Crossfire 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 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rendezvous | Crossfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |