1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 669 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 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | F-250 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 256 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3490 mm |