2004 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal 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 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (181 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 16 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 (312 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2005 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Impala |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 278 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |