1999 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 8 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 97 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 350 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
