2003 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1019 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2004 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Express |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 489 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |