2002 Acura CL vs. 1998 Buick Regal
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1998 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | CL | Regal |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
