1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 219 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Riviera | Rexton |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |