2007 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Buick Rendezvous

To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 1 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (195 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 628 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 118 2006 Buick Rendezvous
Make BMW Buick
Model 118 Rendezvous
Year Released 2007 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 128 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1858 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L


 

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