2004 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 411 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 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Regal | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
