1999 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge 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 2009 Ford Edge.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Edge |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |