1999 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 1159 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2010 Lexus LX | |
Make | Buick | Lexus |
Model | Regal | LX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4991 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |