1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Routan 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Routan (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Riviera | Routan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 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 | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 78 L |