2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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 168 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Palio II has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Rendezvous | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |
