2004 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Regal 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Buick Mercedes-Benz
Model Regal C
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 65 L


 

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