2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 BMW X3
To start off, 2011 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
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, 2011 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 BMW X3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rendezvous | X3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |