2002 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Swift 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 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 504 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2002 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Regal | Swift |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
