2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2006 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |