2002 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 106 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Regal weights approximately 311 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2002 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Civic 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 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Regal | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |