1998 Buick Regal vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 9 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Regal | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |
