1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 453 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | E-350 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 132 L |