1999 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux 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, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
