2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK 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 2009 Jaguar XK. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Riviera | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |