2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Rendezvous | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 368 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |