2001 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Toyota XYR
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota XYR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota XYR would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Toyota XYR. (180 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota XYR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Toyota XYR. 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota XYR. (175 Nm). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota XYR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 1999 Toyota XYR | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | XYR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
