1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2010 Renault Koleos is newer by 14 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) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Renault Koleos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Koleos 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, 2010 Renault Koleos 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, 2010 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Riviera. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Koleos has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Koleos 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 | 2010 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Riviera | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2690 mm |
