2004 Buick Regal vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3350 mm |
