1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 14 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 459 kg more than 2011 Kia Forte. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Forte |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |