1999 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Renault Laguna. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 398 kg more than 1999 Renault Laguna. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Laguna. (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Renault Laguna | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Renault | Buick |
Model | Laguna | Regal |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2738 mm |