2004 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 247 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 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (515 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Regal | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
