2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2013 Infiniti QX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX 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 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX 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 Infiniti QX has manual transmission. 2013 Infiniti QX 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Rendezvous | QX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3075 mm |
