2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (351 Nm). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
