1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (204 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 15 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.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Riviera | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
