2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 239 kg more than 2000 Buick Riviera.
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, 2005 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Freestar |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 325 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |