1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 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 19 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Riviera | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2735 mm |
