1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Riviera | FX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |