1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 44 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | Viano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |