1999 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Pontiac Torrent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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 12 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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, 2009 Pontiac Torrent 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Torrent. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Torrent.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2009 Pontiac Torrent | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Regal | Torrent |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |