2006 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 6 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, 2006 BMW X3 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 125 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.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2000 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | X3 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
