1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 10 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
