2004 Buick Regal vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Regal | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |