2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 7 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. 2006 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 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.
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2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Buick | BMW |
Model | Rendezvous | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |