2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Isuzu I-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Rendezvous | I-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
