2003 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (387 HP) has 190 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Ford Falcon 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 2010 Ford Falcon. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (520 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 387 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
