1999 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2006 Nissan Navara. 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (386 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Navara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |