2004 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is newer by 8 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 337 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 (388 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Regal | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
