2007 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2007 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Spectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Spectra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Buick Rendezvous (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Rendezvous | Spectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
