2006 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Rendezvous.
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 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Rendezvous. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Rendezvous | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |