1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 34 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
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 (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escape |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2260 cc |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |