1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue 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 (197 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Regal | Vue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
