1999 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 34 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
