1999 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 462 kg more than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Because 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2011 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Riviera | 2011 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Riviera | Terracan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |