2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 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 17 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 441 kg more than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon 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 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Riviera | Canyon |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |