1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Focus |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |