1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1529 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Excursion |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 3210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 167 L |