1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 189 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 2005 Cadillac SRX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | SRX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
