1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |