1999 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avalon 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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2007 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2007 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Avalon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 311 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |