2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Mini One
To start off, 2003 Mini One is newer by 3 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 128 more horse power than 2003 Mini One. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Mini One. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mini One. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mini One. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Mini One has manual transmission. 2003 Mini One will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 2003 Mini One | |
| Make | Buick | Mini |
| Model | Riviera | One |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
