1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |