2002 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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, 2002 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 710 kg more than 2002 Buick Regal.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Regal | Transporter |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |