1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,261 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML (441 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Riviera | ML |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
