2004 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI 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, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2011 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | GTI |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4211 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
