1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | Escalade |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |