2004 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Regal | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |
