2004 BMW 545 vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 545 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 2004 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2004 BMW 545 (447 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (349 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 545 | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |