2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 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 (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 102 kg more than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Rendezvous | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
