1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
