1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 877 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 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
