2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Citroen C8
To start off, 2008 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C8 (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Citroen C8.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Rendezvous | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |