1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 504 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. 1998 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Sharan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |