1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Because 2008 Ford Explorer 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, 2008 Ford Explorer 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, 2008 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer 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 Explorer | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Explorer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |