2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz 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 132 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Getz.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Getz. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Getz 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 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Rendezvous | Getz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
