1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 81 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Bonneville.
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, 2000 Pontiac Bonneville (379 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2000 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Riviera | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 379 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |