1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1012 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Expedition |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 476 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 106 L |