2002 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 87 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | S-10 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3130 mm |