1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2010 Kia Amanti 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, 2010 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Amanti. (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Amanti.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Kia Amanti | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Amanti |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |