1998 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 735 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
