2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 6 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser.
Because 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C-Crosser has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Rendezvous | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
