1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 10 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Freestyle |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |