2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Buick Riviera 2006 Toyota Yaris
Make Buick Toyota
Model Riviera Yaris
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1710 mm


 

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