2004 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 36 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.
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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
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 | 197 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |