1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |