2004 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Mazda 2 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 (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
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 (305 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Regal | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |