2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX 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, 2008 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Rendezvous | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
