2004 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 361 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |