2004 Buick Regal vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MG TF 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 2005 MG TF. 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 (305 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Regal | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
