2004 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Ford Edge
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 5 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, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge.
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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2009 Ford Edge | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Edge |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |