1998 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2008 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 50 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2008 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2008 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2008 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Regal | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5406 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 Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 127 L |
