1996 Buick LeSabre vs. 2004 Buick Regal
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick LeSabre would be higher. Both 1996 Buick LeSabre and 2004 Buick Regal are equipped with a 3,791 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1996 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 1996 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick LeSabre | 2004 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LeSabre | Regal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
