2004 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 4 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 117 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Regal | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
