2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Rendezvous | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |