1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Geely CK
To start off, 2009 Geely CK is newer by 13 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 109 more horse power than 2009 Geely CK. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Geely CK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Geely CK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Geely CK. (128 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Geely CK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2009 Geely CK | |
Make | Buick | Geely |
Model | Riviera | CK |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |