1998 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Regal | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
