1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 10 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 584 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 218 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 | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |