1992 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Expedition |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3030 mm |