2012 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Honda Accord
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 Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. 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 (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Buick Regal has manual transmission. 2012 Buick Regal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Regal | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Regal | Accord |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
