1999 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe 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 137 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 830 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Smart |
| Model | Regal | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 33 L |
