1998 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 221 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.
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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 106 L |
