2004 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 624 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express 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 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
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2004 Buick Regal | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Express |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 2222 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |