1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 13 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 288 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Because 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Riviera. (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Commander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 527 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |