2003 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (284 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 274 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (344 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Regal | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Taurus |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |