2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Chrysler Concorde
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Riviera 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Concorde. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Concorde.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2001 Chrysler Concorde | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Riviera | Concorde |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |