1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 12 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-V. (180 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Riviera | CR-V |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |