1999 Buick Regal vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 4 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Outlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |