2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Escape 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 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Escape |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |