2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Terrano. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rendezvous | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
