2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Buick Regal
To start off, 2011 Buick Regal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 177 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick Regal. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Colorado | Regal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
