1998 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
