1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 14 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Riviera | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
