2004 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 60 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 Infiniti G25 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 2011 Infiniti G25. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | G25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
