1992 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 500 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | E |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |