1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 744 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 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Riviera | Commander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |