1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 660 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 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Expedition |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |