1999 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | G |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 96 L |
