1998 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 14 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, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 236 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 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| 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 | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
