2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Buick Rendezvous and 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Buick | Skoda |
Model | Rendezvous | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |