1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 29 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Sportage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |