1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 49 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 106 L |