1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 11 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2008 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
