1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 12 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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 (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escape |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |