1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 11 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 42 more horse power than 2010 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Acura CSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura CSX. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2010 Acura CSX has manual transmission. 2010 Acura CSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Regal | CSX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
