2004 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
