2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 700 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Symbol 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.
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2000 Buick Riviera | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Riviera | Symbol |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 105 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1439 mm |