1998 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 46 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Regal | 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Shogun |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |