2002 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 796 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Regal | 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Regal | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4170 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
