1998 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 666 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 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. 1998 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
