2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 2012 Jaguar XF. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rendezvous | XF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
