2002 Buick Regal vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Regal | Acadia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |