1999 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Maverick |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |