2004 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
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 (305 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
