2004 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Taurus weights approximately 423 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 2013 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Regal | Taurus |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |