1999 Buick Regal vs. 2002 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2002 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Ram. (174 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Ram weights approximately 510 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2002 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Ram 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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2002 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Regal | Ram |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |