1999 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 149 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 407 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Rio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |