1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 445 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Ford Laser | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Laser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |