2004 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 237 kg more than 2012 Buick Regal. 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Kia | Buick |
Model | Sorento | Regal |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |