2004 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Regal weights approximately 389 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2011 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2011 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2011 Buick Regal | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Focus | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |