1998 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2005 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
