1996 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 03-Sep. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2010 Saab 03-Sep 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.
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1996 Buick Riviera | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Riviera | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4646 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |