2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 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 4 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (198 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Volvo S80. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo S80. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Riviera | S80 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |