1998 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens 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, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 21 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Carens. (163 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Regal | Carens |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
