2002 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 49 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Regal | Tucson |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 241 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |