2004 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 7 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 (305 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Regal 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Buick Volkswagen
Model Regal Tiguan
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 2750 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 280 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1543 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4426 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1809 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1703 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.8 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L


 

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