2004 Buick Regal vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 9 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, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Buick Regal.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Buick | BMW |
| Model | Regal | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1434 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
