2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1999 Buick Regal
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1999 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Regal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
