2004 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 344 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fusion. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fusion. 2004 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2004 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
