2005 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 600 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra. 2005 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
