2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Safari.
Because 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
Make | Buick | Tata |
Model | Rendezvous | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |