1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 63 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Regal. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2012 Buick Regal | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | XK | Regal |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4831 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2738 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |