2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Buick Riviera. 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Riviera | Taurus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 337 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 Weight | 1700 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1542 mm |