2004 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 349 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |