2002 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Caterham 7
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Caterham 7. (200 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Caterham 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 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 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Caterham 7. (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Caterham 7. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Caterham 7 has manual transmission. 2004 Caterham 7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 2004 Caterham 7 | |
| Make | Buick | Caterham |
| Model | Regal | 7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
