1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Renault Espace
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 184 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2007 Renault Espace | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | Espace |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |