2000 Buick Riviera vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 2000 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Xedos 6. 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Buick | Xedos |
Model | Riviera | 6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |