2004 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 428 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Rio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |