2004 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 7 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, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 254 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 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2011 Acura RL | |
| Make | Buick | Acura |
| Model | Regal | RL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 73 L |
