2004 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 477 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2007 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2004 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Regal | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
