2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Rendezvous | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |