1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (515 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 689 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (720 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Buick | Porsche |
Model | Riviera | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 515 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 720 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |