2004 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2007 Saturn Sky 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, 2007 Saturn Sky (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Sky should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 269 kg more than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Because 2007 Saturn Sky 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 Saturn Sky. 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 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2007 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Regal | Sky |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2420 mm |
