2003 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2004 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Regal | CTS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3173 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |