1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 654 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 F-150 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 F-150 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 F-150 (398 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 114 L |
