2004 Ford Taurus vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford Taurus. (155 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Ford Taurus. 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, 2004 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Taurus | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Taurus | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |