2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML (201 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Rendezvous | ML |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 93 L |