1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 696 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | E-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |