2004 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Buick Regal. (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 330 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 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 (441 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Regal. (388 Nm). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Regal | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Regal | X670 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |