2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2006 Buick Rendezvous and 2006 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Siena. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena 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 | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Buick | Fiat |
Model | Rendezvous | Siena |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |