1999 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 407 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.
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 (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1967 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |