1999 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 10 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, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster 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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2009 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | Enclave |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |