1998 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 13 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 496 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 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Regal | SRX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |
