2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |