2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 Buick Riviera

To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Buick Riviera.

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, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Buick Riviera. 2000 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 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.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Alfa Romeo Spider 2000 Buick Riviera
Make Alfa Romeo Buick
Model Spider Riviera
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Roadster Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2386 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1735 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm


 

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