Buick Century vs. Buick Regal
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Buick Century and Buick Regal contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Buick Century and the Buick Regal.
In comparing the Buick Century's and the Buick Regal's specifications and ratings, the Buick Century has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Buick Regal has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Buick Century and Buick Regal have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Buick Century's and the Buick Regal's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2004 Buick Century ranges from $1,897 to $8,493 while a used 2004 Buick Regal is priced between $1,998 to $9,470.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Buick Century’s base engine makes 175 horsepower, and the Buick Regal base engine makes 200 horsepower. Both the Century and the Regal are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 459 and 476 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Buick Century and Buick Regal are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,475
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$25,190
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$38,311
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$25,190 - $51,270
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$4,848
Price Range:
$1,897 - $8,493
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
12
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
105,769
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,245
Price Range:
$1,998 - $9,470
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$6,406
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$5,109 - $8,564
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
5
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
81,870
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Buick Century Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Buick Regal Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Buick Century
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Buick Regal
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
4.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.9 - 7.1
Buick Century Rankings
Not yet available
Buick Regal Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Century Trim Levels
Custom, Limited, Special Edition, Standard
Buick Regal Trim Levels
GS, LS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 476 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3342 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3418 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
196.2 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R15
Exterior Colors
Beige
Cashmere Metallic
Black
Black
Brown
Dark Bronzemist Metallic
Gray
Steelmist Metallic
Green
Augusta Green Metallic
Red
Cardinal Red Metallic
Silver
Sterling Silver Metallic
White
White
Exterior Colors
Beige
Cashmere Metallic / Dark Bronzemist Metallic / Dark Bronzemist Metallic/Cashmere Metallic
Black
Black / Black/Storm Gray Metallic
Brown
Not available
Gray
Steelmist Metallic
Green
Augusta Green Metallic / Augusta Green Metallic/Storm Gray Metallic
Red
Cardinal Red Metallic / Cardinal Red Metallic/Storm Gray Metallic
Silver
Steelmist Metallic/Storm Gray Metallic / Sterling Silver Metallic / Sterling Silver Metallic/Cashmere Metallic / Sterling Silver Metallic/Storm Gray Metallic
White
White / White/Cashmere Metallic / White/Storm Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Brown
Taupe
Gray
Graphite / Medium Gray
Interior Colors
Brown
Rich Chestnut/Taupe / Taupe
Gray
Graphite / Medium Gray
