1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Riviera | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |