2004 Buick Regal vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 478 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Sorento |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |