1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 8 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | XL7 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |