1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 299 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Silverado |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |