2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Riviera | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Riviera | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1529 mm |
