2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 328 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Rendezvous | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |