1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2004 Ford Taurus 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Taurus weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
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) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Taurus. (245 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
