2003 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 4 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, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4. 2003 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Regal | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
