2004 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (102 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Because 2006 Toyota Quantum 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 Toyota Quantum. 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 (388 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2006 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Regal | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
