1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 206 kg more than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Riviera | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |