1999 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Sebring 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, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 313 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Sebring. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2009 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Regal | Sebring |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |