1999 Buick Regal vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Regal | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
