1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 379 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Freestar |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 98 L |