2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo XC70. 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Rendezvous | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
