1998 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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, 2008 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 181 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 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
