1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Buick Riviera 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Riviera ML
Year Released 1996 2001
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3789 cc 3994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 18.5:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 2335 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 83 L


 

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