1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
