2004 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal. 2004 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Regal | 993 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
