1999 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
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, 1999 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
