2012 Buick Regal vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 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 (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick Regal | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Regal | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4831 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1483 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2738 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
