2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |