2004 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 6 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (280 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 255 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.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (351 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Regal | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 351 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |