1999 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 13 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 89 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 1999 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Regal | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Regal | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2735 mm |
