2004 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Renault Espace
To start off, 2008 Renault Espace 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 83 more horse power than 2008 Renault Espace. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Espace weights approximately 162 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Espace. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2008 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Regal | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |
