1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 845 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue 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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2008 Nissan Rogue | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Rogue |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |