1999 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 7 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 (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1296 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Fusion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |