1998 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 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 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 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, 2005 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2005 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Regal | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2990 mm |
