2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti is newer by 10 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, 2010 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera.
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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2010 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Amanti |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |