1999 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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, 1999 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Regal weights approximately 585 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Regal | Equator |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |