2004 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 83 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Regal | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |