2004 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Because 2004 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio. 2004 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
