2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Riviera | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |