1999 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 105 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 707 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic 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 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |