2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango. 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, 2012 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Rendezvous | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |