1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 819 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |