2002 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Silverado |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 129 L |