1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |