1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 604 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | E-250 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 132 L |