2002 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 118 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Impala |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |