2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 845 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | Jazz |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1013 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |