1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 142 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Silverado | Regal |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
