2004 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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 (388 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Buick | Mercury |
Model | Regal | Mariner |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 388 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |