1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 165 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Riviera | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |