1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2005 Kia Pregio is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Kia Pregio. (81 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 Kia Pregio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Pregio 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 2005 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Pregio. 1999 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Pregio has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Pregio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 2005 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Riviera | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
