1998 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 493 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Regal | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 332 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |