2004 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 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 2012 Infiniti G37. 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 (388 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Regal | G37 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
