1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 8 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Cadillac XLR.
Because 2006 Cadillac XLR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2006 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | XLR |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |