2004 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
