2004 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos 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 144 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 721 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Atos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |
