1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 7 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Sebring (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Sebring |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |
