1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | ML |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |