1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape.
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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Escape |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |