1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 6 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 189 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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 (311 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Regal | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1749 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
