2005 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Buick Regal is newer by 1 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Regal weights approximately 403 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, 2005 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Regal | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |