2002 Buick Regal vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2002 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 48 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Regal | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Regal | Avalon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |