2004 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2007 Citroen Picasso 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 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 137 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 278 kg more than 2007 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (388 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Picasso. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2007 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Picasso |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
