2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex. 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 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Ford Flex | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Rendezvous | Flex |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2256 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2994 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |