2007 Acura MDX vs. 2000 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Because 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX 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, 2007 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura MDX | 2000 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | MDX | Riviera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |