2004 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2012 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Civic | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |